Two surf sessions every day, beach games, new mates, real progression & fun in the water. Canterbury school holidays don’t get much better than this.
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Expect engaged youth surfing waves with unparalleled coaching and supervision
Each day runs from 9am to 1pm and is packed from start to finish. Two proper surf sessions with a lunch break and beach activities in between. There’s always something happening.
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A typical day at Sumner Beach:
Skills build progressively across the days. Surfers are grouped by age and ability so no one is bored and no one is left behind. By the end most surfers are catching waves independently and already asking when the next one is.
The School Holiday Program runs during Terms 1, 3 and 4 school holidays at Sumner Beach.
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Term 3, 2026 28 & 29 September | 1 & 2 October | 5 & 6 October | 8 & 9 October
Term 4, 2026 14 & 15 December | 17 & 18 December | 21 & 22 December | 23 & 24 December
Term 1, 2027 12 & 13 April | 14 & 15 April | 19 & 20 April | 21 & 22 April
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Programs fill fast. Book early to lock in your preferred dates.
For Christmas holiday surfing, check out the Summer Surf Program.
Swimwear, towel, hat, sunscreen, water bottle, packed lunch and snacks, and warm clothes for after. All surf equipment is provided. If your surfer has their own gear they’re welcome to bring it along.
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We have real experience working with neurodiverse kids and children with learning, behavioural or physical challenges. Don’t worry if your child has specific needs. Get in touch before booking and we’ll make sure the program works for them.
We’ve been doing this for a long time. Here’s what makes the difference.
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No. All surfing is done in waist to chest deep water with an instructor nearby the whole time. We work with kids of all confidence levels in the water.
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We take kids from age 6. If your child is confident in or around water and keen to give it a go, they’re ready. Not sure? Give us a call and we’ll talk it through.
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It happens more than you’d think and our instructors are genuinely good at it. We ease kids in at their own pace, never force anything and by the time they catch their first wave the nerves are long gone.
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Both are great but the 4 day program is where you really see the transformation. Two days gets them up and riding. Four days builds real confidence and independent surfing. If budget allows, go the four days.
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Perfect. We group kids by ability so your child won’t be stuck doing beginner drills. They’ll be pushed to the next level with kids at a similar stage.
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Do I need to stay during the program?
No. This is a fully supervised drop off program. Drop them off at 9am and pick up at 1pm. Our instructors manage everything from arrival through to sign out.
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We run rain or shine. Kids are in wetsuits and in the water anyway. If conditions are genuinely unsafe we’ll contact you in advance and offer a reschedule or credit.
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Yes. We’ll check it suits the conditions and provide our gear if needed, all included in the program price.
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Yes, and this is something we’re experienced with. We’ve worked with a wide range of needs and always adapt our approach. Contact us before booking and we’ll work out what’s best.
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